They were on the BBC's Sound Of new music list for 2016 where they finished in fourth place. It was commented by the band and several other people that they were one of only two guitar bands on the list, alongside Rat Boy. Blossoms' self-titled debut album was one of the twelve albums nominated for the Mercury Music Prize in 2017.
2. Blossoms are a Finnish pop/funk band. They have to date released a self-titled EP in 2004, and two albums: 2006's self-titled debut and 2015's El Ritmo Que Obsesiona IV.
3. Blossoms is the alias of Melbourne electronic artist, Justin Cantrell.
He has just self-released his debut EP, meeting places.
Featuring 4 tracks, including re-takes on previously released singles, ‘Eyes On You’ and ‘Come Together’, the EP encompasses the progression and maturing nature of Cantrell as an artist as well as an ever evolving soundscape that lends itself to elements of chillwave, beats, ambient, dreampop, lo-fi and plenty more.
With an emphasis on live instrumentation, as well as distorted vocals, we feel that Blossoms definitely provides something special within a booming scene, whilst also maintaining an air of accessibility for punters from all circles. meeting places takes all these elements and brings them together to create a world of woozy layered synths and textured samples – before wrapping them up with an overall air of honesty in each recording.
Wasting Time
Blossoms Lyrics
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It's easy to take, it is
It's never enough
To care for the outcome
The average faith that there is
Discussions of nothing pertain to the mountains
Rattling around in the my head
Maybe there's nowhere or no one to run to
Oh well, I'll find out what there is
And I'm using up space
We wear in our travels
And straight into hit or a miss
And I'm watching my childhood and hometown unravel
And I'll find out what's left
Oh maybe I'll find out what's left
Slipping down landslides
Bearing on wildlife
And my biggest days
All your faith in your liberal disclosures
Are there in your face
Pine away in the corner of the closet if you think that it's safe
Yeah maybe there's nowhere or nothing to turn to
Oh well, I'll find out how you're made
Oh yeah, I'll find out how you're made
And I'm wasting my time
Issues never worth solving
All that there was there still is
And I'm watching my friendships and love life dissolving
And I'll find out what there is
Maybe I'll find out what there is
The lyrics of Blossoms' song "Wasting Time" explore the theme of searching for meaning in life amidst a sense of disillusionment and a feeling of aimlessness. The opening lines "Chain me up, It's easy to take, it is, It's never enough, To care for the outcome" suggest a desire for control and stability but an acknowledgement that it may not be enough to bring about the desired results. The idea of discussing nothing and thinking of mountains rattling around in one's head might represent the internal monologue we often have that doesn't lead to any concrete solutions.
The chorus "And I'm wasting my time, Issues never worth solving, All that there was there still is, And I'm watching my friendships and love life dissolving, And I'll find out what there is" speaks to the sense of futility and hopelessness the singer feels in their relationships and in life in general. Despite their efforts to find answers, they still feel lost and unsure. The last verse "All your faith in your liberal disclosures, Are there in your face, Pine away in the corner of the closet if you think that it's safe, Yeah maybe there's nowhere or nothing to turn to, Oh well, I'll find out how you're made, Oh yeah, I'll find out how you're made" might be interpreted as a criticism of those who are too focused on their public personas and political agendas while ignoring their personal relationships and inner selves. The singer is determined to keep searching for answers and finding out what makes people tick, even if it means facing uncomfortable truths.
Overall, "Wasting Time" is a poignant and introspective song that captures the uncertainty and confusion that many people feel in their lives. The melody and instrumentation add to the melancholic atmosphere of the song, making it a relatable and thought-provoking piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Chain me up
I feel trapped and restricted in life
It's easy to take, it is
Commitment and effort is lacking in my relationships and endeavors
It's never enough
Despite my efforts, I still feel unfulfilled
To care for the outcome
I am not invested enough in the results of my actions
The average faith that there is
Most people seem to lack conviction and passion
Discussions of nothing pertain to the mountains
Most conversations seem meaningless, lacking depth or substance
Rattling around in my head
My thoughts are disjointed and confusing
Maybe there's nowhere or no one to run to
I feel alone and uncertain about where to go or who to turn to for help
But I'll find out what there is
I will search for answers and meaning in my life
And I'm using up space
I feel like I am wasting my potential and not living up to my abilities
We wear in our travels
Life experiences shape us and change us over time
And straight into hit or a miss
Life is unpredictable and full of risks
And I'm watching my childhood and hometown unravel
I am seeing the places and memories of my past slowly slip away or change
And I'll find out what's left
I want to hold onto what remains of my past and what still means something to me
All your faith in your liberal disclosures
I am skeptical of people who are too open or reveal too much about themselves
Are there in your face
Their true intentions and motivations are plainly visible
Pine away in the corner of the closet if you think that it's safe
You might as well hide your secrets and personal details away if you want to protect yourself
Yeah maybe there's nowhere or nothing to turn to
I feel lost and uncertain about what direction to take in my life
Oh well, I'll find out how you're made
I will try to figure out the true nature and character of the people around me
And I'm wasting my time
I am spending too much effort and energy on things that will not matter in the long run
Issues never worth solving
Many of the problems I face are trivial or insignificant
All that there was there still is
Despite my efforts, things remain largely unchanged
And I'm watching my friendships and love life dissolving
My relationships are falling apart and slipping away
And I'll find out what there is
I will search for meaning and value in my relationships and personal life
Maybe I'll find out what there is
Perhaps there is something meaningful and fulfilling waiting for me to discover
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